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I Who Have Never Known Men
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Just not for me. I like either plot or meaningful relationships in my stories and this had neither. I don’t necessarily think this is a feminist book, I came into this expecting much more discussion on gender inequality but there wasn’t much, it was more of an exploration on what would happen to someone born outside of society and without experiencing love, but the answer wasn’t too interesting or groundbreaking for me.
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Jun 26, 2023 10:08AM
I didnt even know this is considered a feminist book, i didnt wven see any discussion in the book about that im guessjng people just say that bc its about womrn and they talk about vaginas and shit i have no clue because it’s definitely nothing near feminism
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How was the narrator and Anthea’s relationship not meaningful???
The relationship was not developed beyond Anthea looking out for her and the narrator holding her as she drew her last breath. Beyond that, there just was no depth.
I had the impression there would be exploration of gender/sexuality throughout the story as well. I felt confused about why it’s been noted to have feminist themes. It seemed like quite the opposite at times. I think it follows more of an existential theme overall.
Yep, I found it pretty sexist really. Not feminist at all. I’m so sad that this book is so popular recently. Haven’t we moved past the idea that women only exist in the context of men?
This sums up my thoughts exactly!
